Your last point about that Yankees decision to let him walk is the one that gives me the most concern. Otherwise, I’d be fine with him in LF for $11-12M. But Cashman knows his value better than anyone, so something is up. My guess is that the Braves will be outbid here.

Losing Ross just when we need him most is a disaster. $3M for two years may be overpaying, but not by enough to hamstring the team. He’s more valuable than McCann in my opinion. He’s a better leader and teacher and a better player at this point.